Residenz

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You should make time to visit the Munich Residenz because it is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent palaces in all of Europe. This location served as the official residence of Bavarian dukes and kings for centuries.

Today, several historical sites, museums, and theatres can be found within the residence. These include the Residenz Museum, The Treasury, Church of All Saints, and Cuvillies Theatre.


THINGS O DO AT THE RESIDENZ:

  • Learn about its expansion and diversification of it:

The monarchs transformed the modest Medieval fortress built in 1385 into the largest urban palace in Germany, with 130 rooms, ten courtyards, a church, a theatre, stables for horses, and the Hofgarten. The Residenz is now a museum open to the public, and visitors can marvel at magnificent sculptures, fountains, ornate interiors furnished with a vast antique collection, and other priceless artifacts.

  • It features seven expansive courts, as well as a massive residence complex that can be broken up into three significant parts:

The Royal Chambers, which look out over Max-Joseph-Platz (the main square in the central The Old Residence in Munich), looks out over the Residenzstrasse and the Banqueting Hall Wing; the city of Munich was named after King Maximilian Joseph.

A number of these rooms have been exquisitely decorated with antique pieces of furniture, frescoes, and tapestries that date back to the Renaissance, Neoclassical, and Baroque periods, respectively.

  • The architecture and furnishings of the Residenz continue to provide ample evidence of the building's glorious past and legacy:

The elaborate ceilings, classical ornaments, and elaborate furniture in the rooms, galleries, and cabinets are a point of pride.

Over 40 authentic bronze sculptures from the late 16th and early 17th centuries can be found in the Residenz's bronze halls, which are open to visitors several times a year.

Beautiful frescoes, regal tapestries, and works of art are testaments to the power and wealth of Bavarian monarchs throughout history.

  • You will lose track of time wandering around its many buildings, courtyards, and gardens dating back to the 14th century:

Cuvillies theatre:

The breathtakingly opulent red-and-gold Rococo-style Cuvilliés Theatre was built between 1751 and 1755 and painstakingly rebuilt after getting destroyed during the Second World War.

Treasury: The Wittelsbach Treasury, or Schatzkammer, is one of the most significant in the world. It houses a collection of jewels that spans more than 1000 years. There are royal emblems and swords covered in jewels, goblets and dinnerware, Chinese porcelain, Ceylonese ivory, Turkish daggers, and so on.The Crown of Princess Blanche, which dates back to around 1370, can be found in the Schatzkammer and is the oldest royal crown still in existence that was previously thought to have been in England.

The breathtaking Antiquarium, a barrel-vaulted banquet hall with amazing Renaissance frescoes, was built to display the Wittelsbachs' extensive collection of antiques.

New Hercules Hall (Herkulessaal): It is a monument to neoclassicism made possible by a multimillion-dollar gift from the broadcasting company. More than a thousand people still come to the venue daily to enjoy classical and contemporary pop concerts.

  • Explore the neighborhood:

Make it a point to explore the palace's surrounding area, including all of the wonderful yards and courtyards, such as the magnificent Court Garden (the Hofgarten) and the numerous fountains, lakes, and parks.

  • imageDuration Required
    3 hours

Address of Residenz

Residenzstraße 1, 80333 München, Germany

Opening & Closing time of Residenz

  • Monday
    10:00-17:00
  • Tuesday
    10:00-17:00
  • Wednesday
    10:00-17:00
  • Thursday
    10:00-17:00
  • Friday
    10:00-17:00
  • Saturday
    10:00-17:00
  • Sunday
    10:00-17:00

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